Enjoy a hearty and flavorful dish with this delicious Beef Tips and Gravy recipe. Tender beef tips are cooked to perfection in a rich and savory gravy, creating a comforting meal that will satisfy any meat lover. This recipe requires just a few ingredients and can be made in under an hour. Serve the beef tips and gravy over mashed potatoes or rice for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef sirloin tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the beef tips in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the coated beef tips and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth, water, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- If desired, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the gravy to thicken it. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the gravy has thickened.
- Serve the beef tips and gravy hot over mashed potatoes or rice.
Interesting Facts
Beef tips are traditionally made with tender cuts of beef, such as sirloin or tenderloin.
This recipe can easily be adapted for a slow cooker. Simply brown the beef tips in a skillet, then transfer to a slow cooker with the remaining ingredients. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
For extra flavor, you can add diced onions, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the gravy while it simmers.
Leftover beef tips and gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for future meals.